Highlights are a great thing. They do wonders in so many ways. For example: adding dimension and shine to flat and dull hair… they can make your summer tan stand out… or make your face sparkle… But most importantly they make your hair look healthy. However visits to the salon cant be quite spendy. But don’t worry, there is another way… Do it yourself! Read on for the method that will work for you.

Spray-on highlights: Maybe you have heard of Sun-In? If not you can find it in any store/pharmacy. It simply stripes the color from your own hair to replace with a golden brown. This product goes for only 5.00 but if you happen to have a lemon in your fridge that will work just the same. Simple apply to wet hair while you are sitting out in the sun, and what your locks begin to glow.

Skullcap Highlights: You can buy the cap at most beauty stores. Tie to your head, and begin pulling bits of your hair through the holes in the cap. There is a special tool to do this. And this way you get to pick and choose how many and where you want your highlights. If it is the sun kissed look you are going for then only pick and choose a few highlights here and there. If you are wanting a more frosted look then you will want to add several more.

Paint-on Highlights: This is perhaps the most commonly used these days. It comes in a kit with a bristled applicator and bleaching formula. This way you get to add as little or as much bleach as you want. This kit will come with hand instructions to help you through the process.

Extensions Highlights: If you aren’t interested in coloring your actual hair, this is the way for you. Hair extensions come in a variety of clip on color and lengths. So it is easy to find some that work for you. However, to receive the best effect this way it will be best you use human hair extensions, which can be quite costly.

For more information go to: http://www.examiner.com/x-1116-Norfolk-Beauty-Education-Examiner~y2009m7d10-How-do-I-add-summer-highlights-to-my-hair-at-home

During these difficult economic times it seems there are more people job hunting than not. Which means that the need for jobs is much higher then the amount of jobs available. Which in turn means you need to make a good first impression just to stand out from all the other applicants.

The most important part of a first impression is the very first moment that the interviewer lays eyes on you. It is in those first few seconds that they make an initial opinion of you. And if the impression isn’t a positive one then you will spend the entire interview trying to win them over. It is certainly best to start off with a good impression, that way you get to focus on what you would bring to the company, rather then trying to make up for what you are wearing or what hairstyle you have.

When choosing an outfit and hairstyle for the job, make sure to consider the position you are applying for. Certainly you will want to pick something that your are comfortable with, but that also fits the job and will impress the interviewer. If its a job at a law firm then you should choose something conservative and professional. And if its a job at a music label then its ok to be a little bit more edgy.

When choosing a hairstyle pick something that doesn’t swallow you or hide your face. Something fresh and clean, and something comfortable so that you aren’t distracted by your locks while you are trying to promote yourself and your skills. An interviewer is likely more drawn to someone who looks put together and like they take care of themselves.

For more informaton on what harstyle is best for your face shape, go to: http://www.pr-inside.com/the-right-hair-for-the-right-r1379158.htm

Summer weddings tend to be picture perfect for many reasons. Beautiful weather, pink sunsets, summer tans… but hair can be tricky. Summer weather is often humid and can do a number on the brides hair. Luckily there are lots of ways to tame your do for the big day.

Updos: Wearing your hair up reduces the risk of it going bad after an hour or two. Whether you choose a bun or knot or twist. Use a bit of hair serum to keep frizzies at bay.

Down Do’s: A lot of brides are choose the more natural hair down look, as it is a better reflection of them in their day to day lives. Whether long and flowy or pin curls is your look be sure to spritz with a finishing spray to lock in the look and shine.

Highlights: Stick to natural. Sun kissed highlights are natural and timeless. They photograph well, so you wont look at and wonder “What was i thinking with the zebra stripes?” Brunettes should go only go a shade or two lighter. The shade the sun would color their hair. And blondes should add several shades of color for depth. But stick to soft colors.

Flyaways: No matter what hair style you go with, you want something smooth and shiny. Which is often a magic trick when the weather is humid. Make sure to use the right products. But don’t over do. Using too much shine serum will leave your hair looking greasy and dirty. Which is worse then hair they flyaways.

For more information go to: http://www.newschannel5.com/Global/story.asp?S=10623548

Healthy hair is a tricky thing to maintain. Especially in the hot summer months. But there are lots of things we can do to improve the look of our hair, many of which will also improve the condition of it as well.

1. Volume:  To achieve volume you really just need a root lifting spray and a blow dryer. Adding volume to your hair makes it look fuller and healthier.

2. Growth: Biotin is a vitamin that can be found at more drug stores. It promotes hair and nail growth. You can also find shampoos with Biotin in them.

3. Cleaning: Look carefully for a shampoo that contains fewer sulfates. Sulfates strip hair of oils and color. More expensive shampoos tend to have higher quality ingredients, which are better for your hair in the long run.

4. Swimming care: Before you climb into a chlorine filled pool, wet your hair with fresh clean water. It will prevent your hair from absorbing the chlorinated water.

5. Avoid Hot oils: If your hair is colored hot oil treatments will strip color from your hair.

6. Deep Conditioning: Apply a leave in conditioner and then wrap a warm damp towel around your hair. The heat will open up your hair follicles to allow conditioner in.

7. Don’t over wash: Natural oils are the best solution for your hair. Washing your hair strips these oils away. Try to wash your hair every other day so that the oils hair time to condition your hair.

8. Split Ends: The only way to get rid of split ends is to get your hair trimmed regularly. There are no products that will cure them for you.

9. Shine: Silicone is great to keep your hair shiny and smooth.

10. Color: Bring photos of the color you want into the salon when you go to have your hair done. This will help the stylist understand what you want.

For more information go to: http://www.examiner.com/x-12736-Tampa-Health-and-Beauty-Examiner~y2009m7d6-10-tips-for-great-hair

Need a new hair do but don’t have the money? There is a solution for you! Volunteer as a hair model at your favorite salon. When you volunteer at a hair salon you get a high quality hair cut done by a stylist in training, with supervision of course. And the best part… its free!

Wondering why salons take volunteers? Because it gives a learning stylist a chance to practice during their 18 month training program, as well as grow their clientele. And for you, well you get a great hair style that would have been costly otherwise.

Be aware that you will need to pay attention during your cut and color. The stylists will be looking to you for feedback during the secession. And depending how far a long in their training they are, the stylist will have little to lots of interaction with their instructor while doing your hair.

If you are interested in being a hair model, visit Craigslist and look under Services/Beauty for opportunities near you. You can also check salon websites, as they often advertise for volunteers. And also, its a good idea to tip. That’s the best way to show anyone that you appreciate their services!

For more information go to: http://www.nwsource.com/shopping/beauty-body/spas-salons/volunteer-hair-model-get-high-quality-cuts-and-color-free?cmpid=2336

Donna Bella Milan has been ahead of the curve in the hair extension world. We’ve got our eyes on a new hair extensions technology that has become available in the UK. The company, Wonderful Hair Extensions, have come up with a unique way to bond keratin dipped extensions to your hair.

How they work: Wonderful hair extensions are applied by a cold fusion applicator, and use a keratin-based polymer to attach the extensions. As well as ultra sonic waves, rather then the typical heat and glue method. Wonderful Hair Extensions are also applied to your roots, one strand at a time, allowing them to blend in much better.

It’s well known that heat and glue, if used too often on hair, can be very damaging. The keratin method eliminates both of those harmful elements and the use of sonic waves to secure the bond is an intriguing twist in the extensions industry. The keratin base is also far more flexible that hot glue, which allows them to blend right into your natural hair. Because there is no heat involved that means there is also no scalp irritation.

For more information go to:

http://www.approvedbusiness.co.uk/wonderful-hair/company.aspx

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October 2009 Fall Fashion Fantasy ~ A Celebration Of Hope!

Breast cancer is one of the most common forms of cancer found in women, coming in second behind skin cancer. In 2009, an estimated 192,000 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer and over 40,000 of them will die from it.

So, in efforts to fight this tragedy, SO. CAP. USA Hair Extensions is holding a fashion show in hopes to raise money to donate to the National Breast Cancer Foundation. Last years show earned nearly $500,000 in donations.

The event includes a brunch as well as a hair and fashion show. Participating hair designers will be applying Pink Hair for Hope extensions to guests for a donation for $10 er strand. While stylists will show off their fall designs on the runway .

The big event will take place at the Fair Oaks Marriott Hotel in Fairfax, VA

*October 4, 2009 noon-4pm

*Tickets are available with a $75 donation

*For more information call 800-428-8788 or go to: http://www.expertclick.com/NewsReleaseWire/Breast_Cancer_Awareness_Gains_Flair_With_Fashionable_Fundraising,200927467.aspx

What woman doesn’t want to look younger? I haven’t met one yet. And the good news is there are lots of ways to do so, just by using your hair. Here are just a few for you to try:

Short Hair: Hair that is between chin and shoulder length is youthful. The length is flattering on most everyone. And it provides lots of options for styling, with out being high maintenance.

Bangs: Go for side swept bangs. They hide lines and wrinkles on the forehead. Plus, its a magic trick! Side swept bangs take a few pounds off the face.

Shiny: Keep your hair shiny by keeping it in good condition, using conditioner, or a shine serum works wonders for adding a glistening glow to your locks. Shiny hair is healthy hair and healthy hair is youthful.

Layers: When one imagines a youthful girl they usually see her with bouncy hair. To achieve this bouncy look, go for soft layers.Plus, hair that moves is a distraction from other imperfections.

Highlights: Pick colored highlights that accent your hair. and make people focus on it, rather then things you don’t want them to focus on.

The key is to find hair styles that accentuate your best features and hide your flaws. And dont over do it. Trying to look too young often works in the opposite dicrection. Leaving he woman looking older then she really is. For more information go to: http://www.bestsyndication.com/?q=node/31592

The question: Do men prefer curly hair or straight hair on a woman?

The experiment: A series of tests to determine if men prefer one style over the other.

The researcher: Teri Evans

Teri set out on a social experiment to determine if more men were attracted to her natural curls or flat ironed straight locks.

The first test: Online dating profiles. Teri Set up two profiles, exactly the same in every way. Except for one thing, her picture. In one profile she displays a picture of herself with straightened hair. And in the other profile, curly hair.

The result:

• The straight profile was viewed 1,606 times for the month, while the curly one received 1,063 views during the month it was posted.
• The flat-ironed look got 181 emails, compared to 60 emails for the curly profile.
• On the flirtatious side, the stick-straight profile received 120 winks, while curly locks caught 60 winks.

The winner: Without meeting face to face, most men preferred straight hair.

The Second Test: To date some of the men she met from her online profiles. Teri decided she would best be able to read the men if she threw them off at first. She decided to show up as the opposite of what they expected. If they reached out to her straight profile, She would meet them as a curly, and vice versa.

The result: Most of the men seemed surprised by her unexpected hair. But when Teri asked about it most men said hair doesn’t matter either way.

And perhaps it doesn’t. But one thing that matters for sure was the hidden factor, her confidence. Teri noticed that the dates went much more smoothly when she showed up smiling and confident. As apposed to the dates when she was nervous about their reactions.  So whether you prefer to go curly or straight, what it most important is what you bring from the inside.

To read more about her dates go to: http://www.divinecaroline.com/24138/41884-curly-vs–straight–which-do/5

Breaking into a house is a serious offense. If you’re going to be stupid enough to try to rob someone, at least be smart enough to wear a hat or dye your hair afterward.

Eduardo Lazcano allegedly broke into a house at about 2 am on Tuesday. Luckily a resident spotted him as he fled with a camera and computer equipment. And was able to give police a very detailed description, including his firecracker hair.

Eduardo was arrested shortly after and charged with second degree burglary and fourth-degree grand larceny. Perhaps all that dye effected his brain and his ability to think.

http://www.midhudsonnews.com/News/2009/June09/18/Lazcano_arr-18Jun09.html